Serving 556 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Edward White Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Edward White Elementary School serves the southwest part of Eldridge, IA, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking around 5-10 minutes. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 1.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edward White Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Edward White Elementary School's student population of 556 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
556 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Motto
ASTRONAUTS TODAY LANCERS FOREVER
School Rankings
Edward White Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edward White Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#170 out of 1223 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edward White Elementary School's ranking?
Edward White Elementary School is ranked #170 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Edward White Elementary School often compared to?
Edward White Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neil Armstrong Elementary School, North Scott Junior High School, North Scott High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Edward White Elementary School?
556 students attend Edward White Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Edward White Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edward White Elementary School?
Edward White Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Edward White Elementary School offer ?
Edward White Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edward White Elementary School part of?
Edward White Elementary School is part of North Scott Comm School District.
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